Announcing auditions for Bunbury Players’ production of

THE EFFECT OF GAMMA RAYS ON MAN-IN-THE-MOON MARIGOLDS

by Paul Zindel

Directed by Maureen Baillargeon Aumand

All roles are open to performers of all ages, ethnicities, and gender identities.

Beatrice Hunsdorfer An abandoned and then widowed mother of two, an angry embittered woman who lives in a fantasy world, marked by illusions of what has been, and what could be which prevent her from dealing with her life practically. She verbally weaves a dark mental and emotional vision of the world as deadended and dangerous for her daughters. Her life and its disappointments have made her cynical and mean-spirited.

Ruth Hunsdorfer — A teenager interested only in boys and gossip and being liked ;she suffers from epileptic seizures and is influenced by Beatrice’s cynicism and concern for what others think. She is brash and angry.

Tilly Hunsdorfer — A studious, thoughtful, determined, gentle preteen, who is profoundly influenced by what she’s learning in her science class from her teacher Mr. Goodman.

Janice Vickery — A rival to Tilly in the science fair competition; she is calculating, self serving and insensitive. Her project presentation showcases that and provides a note of humor.

Nanny  — An aged,enfeebled woman who lives in a spare room. Her presence is a source of income for Beatrice who verbally mocks her. She is a strong presence when on stage but never speaks.

Auditions

Saturday, February 17, 2024

1:00 PM

at

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 4 Northcrest Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065

No preparation is needed — you will be asked to read sides from the script. 

We ask that you also provide a headshot and resumé if you can.

Rehearsals

Tuesdays  & Thursdays from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Saturdays from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Beginning Saturday, March 2nd

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

Tech Week Schedule (The Albany Barn)

Sunday, April 21st — 12:00 PM Call

(DARK Monday, April 22nd)

Tuesday, April 23rd — 7:00 PM Call

Wednesday, April 24th — 7:00 PM Call

Thursday, April 25th — Call Time TBA (Invited Dress)

NO ABSENCES will be permitted during tech week.

Performances

Friday, April 26th at 7:00 PM

Saturday, April 27th at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM

Sunday, April 28th at 2:00 PM

at

The Albany Barn, 56 2nd Street, Albany, NY 12210

If you have any questions, please contact the director via text at 518-380-4254.

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